Forks Campground
Closed — Closed for the winter. Opens in spring on a first-come, first-served basis until May 18. Reservations required May 19 through October 21, 2025.
Stay Limits, Parking, and Developed Recreation Site Use
This forest order was put in place to protect natural resources and promote public safety.
Reds Meadow Road Reconstruction Project
www.fs.usda.gov/r05/inyo/projects/reds-meadow-road-reconstruction
Wilderness Use Restrictions
This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the portions of the John Muir, Ansel Adams, Hoover, and Golden Trout Wildernesses located in the Inyo National Forest.
Mount Whitney Zone Access Restrictions
This forest order prohibits recreating in the Mount Whitney Zone to provide for public safety and protect natural resources.
Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions
This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown on the Exhibits.
Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Campfire Restrictions
This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown in the Exhibits.
Reds Meadow Road Closure Order
This Forest Closure Order prohibits being on the entirety of Reds Meadow Road to provide public safety during the 2025 reconstruction season.
ESCCRP Project Area Closure
This forest order prohibits access to roads affected by the ESCRRP project to provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work surrounding the Town of Mammoth Lakes and beyond.
Inn Fire Closure Order
This Forest Closure Order prohibits entrance into the Inn Fire Area Closure to protect public health and safety from environmental hazards, wildfire, and wildfire suppression operations.
Hot Creek Closure Order
This Forest Order prohibits recreating in Hot Creek within the Mammoth Ranger District.
Goat Prohibition Order
This Forest Order prohibits possessing or storing a goat within the Inyo National Forest Goat Prohibition Area.
Mammoth Mill Site Area and Trail Closure
This Forest Order prohibits recreating, entering or being in the Mammoth Mill Site Closure Area and the Mammoth Stamp Mill Trail.
B&B Mine Closure Order
This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the B&B Mine and Mill Site Closure Area.
Food and Refuse Storage Restrictions
This Forest Order prohibits food and refuse in locations in Exhibits A and C-J, unless stored in a bear-resistant container.
About
Forks Campground is situated at 7,800 feet elevation near the junction of the South Fork and Middle Fork of Bishop Creek in Inyo National Forest. The campground features 27 campsites nestled among aspen and pine trees, with several sites positioned directly along the banks of Bishop Creek. This is an active bear area, and all sites are equipped with bear-proof food storage boxes that must be used to secure food and scented items overnight and when unattended. The campground provides access to excellent fishing opportunities in Bishop Creek and serves as a gateway to the South Lake and Lake Sabrina areas. Numerous hiking trails branch out from the surrounding area, offering access to alpine lakes and High Sierra wilderness. Wildlife viewing is common, particularly for birds and deer in the riparian zone along the creek. Forks Campground operates with a hybrid reservation system. From the season opening through mid-May, sites are first-come, first-served. From mid-May through late October, all sites require advance reservations through Recreation.gov. The campground includes flush toilets, potable water from hand pumps, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. A camp host is on-site during the operating season. The maximum stay is 14 consecutive days.
Directions
From Bishop, go west on State Route 168 (Line Street) approximately 15 miles. Turn left at the junction of South Lake Road; the campground will be the first right turn about 1/4 mile.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $34 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 873-2500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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